Recruiter Job Description

Writing a Recruiter job description should include which parts of the recruiting and on-boarding cycle the Recruiter will be handling. Below, you will find some helpful tips on how to write a job description for this unique and ever-changing role. This is a job description that can look very different depending on what type of Recruiter you’re hiring for.

Some Recruiters handle the full cycle of prospecting talent, screening, interview scheduling, interviewing, and even extending job offers. Other Recruiters only handle prospecting and interviewing and delegate the other steps in the recruiting cycle to a Recruiting Coordinator. This role often handles the administrative components of the process, along with the screening and scheduling of candidates, while a Hiring Manager often makes the final job offer. Adapt the following job description to your organization by including a paragraph or two about your company, its culture, and what makes it a great place to work.

Recruiter Job Description

Seeking a seasoned recruiter, experienced in full-cycle recruiting. As a Recruiter, you will be in charge of attracting, screening, selecting and onboarding qualified team members who also fit with our company culture. With our existing pool of candidates, you will be able to efficiently recruit, screen and interview qualified talent who will ultimately deliver the competitive advantage we need in our marketplace.

Responsibilites for Recruiter

• Design and implement full-cycle recruiting process
• Develop and update job descriptions and job specifications
• Prepare and post jobs to appropriate employment advertising mediums
• Source and attract candidates by using internal databases, social media, community resources, etc.; think outside the box
• Screen qualified candidates resumes and job applications
• Demonstrate sound decision making ability when extending job offers
• Determine interviewee’s relevant knowledge, skills and experience
• New employee onboarding
• Utilize HR best practices when cycling applicants
• Provided candidate status reports to the rest of the team
• Act as a point of contact while building positive relationships with candidates
• Promote company culture and career opportunities available

Requirements for Recruiter

• Three years full-cycle recruiting experience
• Ability to conduct various types of interviews (structure, competency or behavioral based, etc.)
• Experience with various screening processes (phone interviewing, reference check etc)
• Ability to conduct various types of candidate assessments to determine eligibility
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and candidate management systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be a decision maker!
• BS/MS in Human Resources Management, Communication, Business, or related degree

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